US703 · Level 7 · 3 years

Music Production and Technology

Technological University of the Shannon - Midwest · Munster

2026 Round 1 points

246

Down 35 points since 2023 (281).

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About this course

A three-year Level 7 degree in music production and audio technology, taught in Limerick. You work on recording, mixing and live sound.

How long
3 years
What you study
You study studio production, audio electronics, soundscape design, music, digital production and creative music performance. Later you add live sound, interactive music, visuals and projection, and event planning. Year three includes a research topic and electives.
Placement and abroad
Work placement is part of the programme, in the final semester.
Where it can lead
Graduates work in live sound, lighting, sound design, stage management, music production, mixing, theatre technology and radio, and can progress to the Level 8 BSc (Hons) in Music Technology and Production.
Who it suits
Suits students who love music and gadgets and enjoy working with sound equipment and in teams.

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About Arts

Artistic fields like Fine Arts, Music, Theatre

The study of Creative Arts involves exploring various forms of artistic expression, including visual arts, performing arts, and media arts. This field encourages students to develop cultural awareness. E.g. Fine Arts, Drama and Theatre Studies, Music, Creative Writing.

Points history

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Round 1 points by year

YearRound 1Final (end of season)Middle student
2026246Published after the final round
2025 246246424
2024 281281434
2023 281281411

Round 1 is the points needed for a first-round offer. Final is the lowest points offered a place after all rounds. Middle student is the points of the student in the middle of everyone who got a place. * means not everyone on those points got a place (random selection). Source: CAO points lists.

Subject requirements

  • French: Higher H7 or Ordinary O6 or Foundation F3
  • German: Higher H7 or Ordinary O6 or Foundation F2

These are the course's own subject requirements. You also need to meet the college's general minimum entry requirements.

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